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With World Cocktail Day approaching (May 13), a simple and striking recipe for a Pink Drink — a pink cocktail — is the perfect choice for those who want to celebrate with flavor and style.

Preeclampsia, a severe pregnancy complication characterized by high blood pressure, remains a leading cause of maternal mortality in Paraguay. With global statistics indicating significant annual deaths of mothers and infants due to this condition, health authorities and organizations are emphasizing the critical importance of timely prenatal care. The Fundación Rassmuss is collaborating with the Ministry of Public Health and Social Welfare to enhance prevention and management strategies in 12 key hospitals across the country.

A sunflower field in the Cabañas district of Caacupé, Paraguay, became a popular Mother's Day destination on May 15, 2026, drawing families for flower picking, photos, and outdoor celebrations. The site remains open through the weekend, boosting local tourism.

Police in Amambay suspect a child was used to slip through a broken window and steal 22,000 Brazilian reais (about $4,000) from a Real supermarket in Bella Vista Norte. The cash was left overnight for supplier payments. Investigators are reviewing security footage.

On Mother's Day, Paraguay's Public Ministry released data showing that 80% of domestic violence victims are women, with most attacks occurring in homes and perpetrated by partners or ex-partners.

A 31-year-old man with a criminal record and under house arrest was found dead in the patio of his home in Presidente Franco. Authorities are investigating the homicide, which occurred in the Santa Librada settlement.

Paraguay's Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano says the government is still waiting for a formal request from the United States to receive a new batch of 25 migrants rejected by the US under the controversial Third Safe Country agreement. The first group of 16 migrants arrived in April and all voluntarily returned to their home countries.

The Municipality of Valenzuela has been ordered to pay G. 115 million after issuing two checks without funds, signed by José Flores, the cemetery caretaker and occasional ambulance driver. Mayor Mirtha Fernández faces ongoing legal troubles, including a trial for alleged embezzlement of G. 1,999 million.

At the 17th Regional Geohistory Conference in Minas, Uruguay, historians praised 'Suenan los Secretos de Santiago' by Paraguayan authors Jorge Benítez Cabral and Stella Bogarín Frutos for its recovery of the Guaraní-Jesuit history of Santiago, Misiones. The book is part of a broader movement to preserve the heritage of the 30 Jesuit reductions.

Ciudad del Este sees a significant commercial uptick as Paraguayans and Brazilian tourists flock to the city for last-minute Mother's Day gifts, with traders reporting brisk sales and urging the opening of a second bridge to ease future congestion.

Lindomar Reges Furtado, once Brazil's most wanted drug trafficker and a key figure in the network dismantled by Paraguay's Operation A Ultranza, was sentenced to 37 years in prison by a federal court in Rio de Janeiro. The conviction stems from his role in smuggling 6.68 tons of cocaine to Europe and Africa, and his escape from a luxury condominium in Paraguay in 2022.

Olimpia, already crowned Apertura 2026 champions, defeated Recoleta FC 1-0 on Friday at Estadio Erico Galeano in Capiatá. Eduardo Delmás scored the only goal in the first half. Both teams fielded reserve lineups ahead of their respective international fixtures: Olimpia faces Vasco da Gama in the Copa Sudamericana, while Recoleta prepares for La Gran Conquista against Deportivo Cuenca.

The microcenter of Asunción was left covered in food and beverage waste after the May 14 Independence Day celebrations, with the Plaza de Armas particularly affected. Around 50 municipal workers began cleanup at 6 a.m. on May 15.

Foreign Minister Rubén Ramírez Lezcano stated that Paraguay sought diplomatic talks with China, but Beijing's demand to sever ties with Taiwan halted progress. He emphasized that Paraguay will not accept such conditions, reaffirming its alliance with Taiwan based on shared democratic values.

In Cabañas, Caacupé, three mothers—Deisy Guerrero, Mercedes Colmán, and Rosalba Ortíz—embody the strength and dedication of Paraguayan mothers. Through personal challenges, including caring for a child with multiple health issues, working multiple jobs, and prioritizing family, they demonstrate unwavering love and hope for a better future.

Paraguayan television host Tere Franco, known for her work on Cardinal Romance and the program Vitaminas, marked Mother’s Day on May 15, 2026, with a family gathering. In an interview with ABC Color, she described motherhood as “the greatest miracle and gift” from the Creator and shared her joy in spending time with her children Marilyn, Andrés, Mateo, and Darián.

Deputy Daniel Centurión (ANR-Añeteté) has proposed eliminating the entire Administrative Council of the Social Security Institute (IPS), calling it a corrupt and patronage-ridden body. He advocates strengthening oversight agencies instead.

Paraguayan tennis player Adolfo Daniel Vallejo will take on Belgian Zizou Bergs in the quarterfinals of the Challenger 175 in Valencia, scheduled for Friday as the third match on center court.

Pachuca defeated Pumas 1-0 at home in the first leg of the Clausura 2026 semifinals, with Oussama Idrissi scoring the decisive goal. Pumas, led by Paraguayan Robert Morales, must win the return match to advance.

Ricardo Torres Peña, a resident of Mariano Roque Alonso, Paraguay, faced a criminal complaint from Mayor Carolina Aranda after demanding municipal transparency. After three years, he was acquitted and now seeks 850 million guaraníes in damages for alleged persecution.

Seven of twelve Luque councilors are running for re-election, while three aim for mayor. ABC Color reports that most now campaign as pro-citizen, but critics say they enabled Mayor Carlos Echeverría's lack of transparency over the past four years.

Rosalina Barreto Viuda de Gómez, a 69-year-old mother in Pedro Juan Caballero, raised six children alone after her husband's death, working on farms and in a school canteen. She now sells empanadas and advises new mothers to educate their children with discipline.

At 72, Evelia Silva, a well-known tereré vendor in Encarnación’s Plaza de Armas, shares her story of resilience as a single mother who raised eight children after leaving two abusive relationships. She credits dialogue, hard work, and faith for her family’s success.

ABC Color shares a recipe for waffles with dulce de leche and nuts, perfect for celebrating Mother's Day with a homemade breakfast or snack.